Cocktail of the Week: Milk Punch

The Milk Punch is a venerable New Orleans favorite, having its origins as early as 1862. Like the Corpse Reviver #2 it is often popular as a morning after palliative, however it is quite enjoyable in the evening as well.

1 oz brandy

1/2 oz dark rum (distinct from silver or spiced rum)

2 teaspoons simple syrup

2 dashes vanilla extract

4 oz whole milk

Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with cracked ice. Strain into a tumbler, or a large rocks glass that is half full of shaved or crushed ice. Grate some nutmeg on top to garnish. Imbibe!